Fascinating Food. Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo, 2025. $30.00 ea. $240.00 set of 8. 112 p. Grades 6-12. 

Sonneborn, Liz. The Fast Food Industry. 978 -1-098-29524-0.
Burling, Alexis. Food and Culture. 978-1-098-29525-7.
—. Food Delivery. 978-1-098-29526-4.
Edwards, Sue Bradford. Food in Space. 978-1-098-29527-1.
Waldendorf, Kurt. Food Marketing. 978-1-098-29528-8.
Hogan, Christa C. Food Science. 978-1-098-29529-5.
Sonneborn, Liz. How Supermarkets Work. 978-1-098-29530-1.
Wheeler, Jill C. Modern Farming. 978-1-098-29531-8.

Food in Space is a title in the Fascinating Food series. During the early days of human spaceflight in the 1960s, scientists faced the difficult problem of figuring out how astronauts could eat safely and nutritiously without gravity. Food in Space traces how space‑food technology has evolved from the first Mercury missions through current expeditions to the International Space Station, showing how researchers improved both the nutrition and practicality of meals designed for orbit.

THOUGHTS: The book succeeds in making the science approachable, showing how space‑food technology has progressed from simple, early Mercury‑era meals to the more complex dining options available on the International Space Station today. Its inclusion of infographics, a glossary, and clear source notes helps break down technical concepts and makes the material accessible for student researchers. The alignment to Common Core and state standards also makes it a strong fit for classroom use. Overall, the book provides a thoughtful, informative introduction to an unusual corner of food science and space history.

600’s Technology and Applied Sciences